Alesis DEQ830 Important Safety Instructions English, Safety symbols used in this product

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Important Safety

Instructions

Important Safety Instructions (English)

Safety symbols used in this product

This symbol alerts the user that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.

This symbol warns the user that output connectors contain voltages that can cause dangerous electrical shock.

Please follow these precautions when using this product:

1. Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with a damp cloth. Do not spray any liquid cleaner onto the faceplate, as this may damage the front panel controls or cause a dangerous condition.

7.Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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Contents Reference Manual This page intentionally left blank Table Of Contents Chapter Four Applications Welcome IntroductionDEQ830 Key Features How to Use This Manual This page intentionally left blank Important Safety Instructions English Important Safety InstructionsSafety symbols used in this product Please follow these precautions when using this productPage Instructions de Sécurité Importantes French Symboles utilisés dans ce produitPage Lesen Sie bitte die folgende Sicherheitshinweise German Sicherheit Symbole verwendet in diesem ProduktPage FCC Compliance Statement CE Declaration of ConformityThis page intentionally left blank Quick Start Guide If you can’t wait to get started…Hook it up to a mixer Play some signal into the unit Try some equalizationStore the Program Save an EQ Curve DEQ830 Diagram Connections Installing in a RackUnpacking and Inspection Thermal Considerations in Rack MountingUsing the DEQ830 in another country AC Power HookupUnbalanced I/O Connecting Inputs and OutputsOperating Levels Balanced I/OMono connections Stereo connectionsConnecting to equipment with XLR inputs and outputs Connecting to the inserts on an instrument amplifierAnalog Signal In, Digital Signal Out Digital Signal In, Analog Signal OutDigital Signal In, Digital Signal Out About Audio Cables This page intentionally left blank Basics of Equalization What is equalization?Description of the Front Panel Link Push to Link Bypass All ALLStore CompareProgram Value Encoder ValueNumerical LED Display Edit mode Program modeStore mode Save Curve modeRetrieve Curve mode Bypass modeChannel Level mode Link mode Utility modeReal Time Analyzer mode Basic operation Program mode Basic operation Edit modeSingle Band Edit Band Gain Cut/Boost Ranges Band SoloLED Selecting an Edit Group Multiple Band EditRelative Gain display Proportional Gain MemoryBasics of Equalization Limits of Relative Gain Release Edit Group function Basic operation Save Curve mode Basic operation Store modeBasic operation Channel Level mode Basic operation Link modeCopying settings between channels Using the Value encoder in RTA mode Basic operation Real Time Analyzer modeMetering modes SettingMaster Level +/- 6 dB Basic operation Utility modeRelease Edit Group On/Off Midi Channel ALL Edit Time Out On/OffMidi Program Change On/Off Midi Out/Thru Select Out/ThruInternal Clock Sample Rate Select 44.1/48 Peak Mode 0, 1, 2, InfForce Analog Input Auto/Analog Fast Program Select On/OffReceiving System Exclusive bulk dumps Demonstration mode Lock modeHidden Modes Distortion Equalization ArtifactsNoise PhasingWhat makes the DEQ830 unique? Constant Q vs. Variable QConstant Q Variable QMulti-band application and results Basics of Equalization This page intentionally left blank General EQ tips ApplicationsRock Kick Drum Vocal AirFiltering effects Eliminating FeedbackAnswering machine Comb filtering Settings chartApplications Care and Maintenance TroubleshootingCleaning Line Conditioners and ProtectorsTroubleshooting Index TroubleshootingRefer All Servicing to Alesis Obtaining Repair ServiceCustomers in the USA and Canada Customers outside the USA and CanadaThis page intentionally left blank Specifications Audio PerformanceMechanical This page intentionally left blank Alesis Limited Warranty Warranty / ContactAlesis Contact Information